Manager, Media Relations/Web site, WNBA Tulsa, OK

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Summary: Seeking an individual with strong media relations and writing skills. Responsible for creating and executing a public relations plan that builds awareness of the team and supports the ticket sales/sponsorship initiatives of the WNBA Tulsa franchise. Will work with local/national print and broadcast media to generate coverage throughout the year and oversee game-night PR services and staffing. In addition, this person will be responsible for the development and posting of all content on the team’s website.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute a year-round public relations plan that provides positive media coverage of players, coaches, management and all overall business initiatives including ticket sales and sponsorship
• Develop a year-round content plan for the team’s website that supports the basketball (players, coaches) and business initiatives (ticket sales, sponsorships, game presentation, CR). Write, create and post all content.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with key media and influencers and respond swiftly to all media requests
• Serve as the day-to-day contact with media on all WNBA Tulsa basketball issues
• Serve as the primary contact for media at all home & select away games, practices and various events
• Develop and pitch feature stories. Coordinate all interviews
• Write and edit press releases, game notes, media guides and other publications
• Assist with writing and editing various email newsletters and web material as needed
• Coordinate press conferences for major announcements
• Oversee all game-night media relations staffing, set-up and services
• Manage player/coach interaction with media, including media training and speaking points as appropriate
• Assist in securing speaking opportunities for the coach, players and management, and provide them with speaking points as appropriate
• Work with WNBA Communications Department as necessary in regards to storylines, statistics, national media requests, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelors Degree in Marketing, PR, Journalism or related field.
• Minimum 5 years PR/Media Relations experience
• Excellent communications skills: Oral, written and presentation
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and organizational skills
• Sharp attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects within deadlines and budget
• Self starter
• Ability to manage others
• Strong interpersonal skills and team player
• Passion for and basic knowledge of women’s basketball
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and at times travel with the team

Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Lotus-Notes.